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Description

Prepare to elevate your bass tone with the Neural DSP Darkglass Ultra, a cutting-edge amp simulator plugin designed for musicians who demand precision and power. This plugin captures the essence of Darkglass' renowned hardware, offering a highly detailed simulation that allows bassists to craft their ideal sound. Whether you're in the studio or performing live, the Darkglass Ultra provides the flexibility and richness that modern bass players need.

The plugin features a comprehensive suite of controls, including a 4-band semi-parametric EQ and a blend control to dial in the perfect mix of clean and overdriven tones. Its intuitive interface makes it easy to navigate, allowing both novice and experienced users to quickly achieve professional-grade results. With its powerful cab simulation technology, this plugin offers a range of IRs that emulate classic and modern speaker cabinets, ensuring your bass lines cut through the mix with clarity and authority.

Compatible with all major DAWs, the Darkglass Ultra integrates seamlessly into your workflow, enabling you to experiment with a wide array of tonal possibilities. Its low-latency performance ensures that you can use it live without any compromise on quality.

Key Features:

  • Authentic amp simulation based on Darkglass hardware
  • 4-band semi-parametric EQ for detailed tone shaping
  • Blend control for mixing clean and overdriven signals
  • Powerful cabinet simulation with multiple IR options
  • Compatible with all major DAWs
  • Intuitive interface for easy navigation and quick setup
  • Low-latency performance ideal for live and studio use

Product specs

Plugin Format VST, AU, AAX
Operating Systems Mac, Windows
Neural DSP

Neural DSP

Darkglass Ultra Plugins demo by Jacob Umansky (Intervals)

Video thumbnail for Darkglass Ultra Plugins demo by Jacob Umansky (Intervals) by Neural DSP

Darkglass Ultra Plugins demo by Jacob Umansky (Intervals)

Neural DSP

Neural DSP

Video thumbnail for Darkglass Ultra Plugin v2 0 0 by Neural DSP

Darkglass Ultra Plugin v2 0 0

Neural DSP

Neural DSP

Video thumbnail for Neural Darkglass Ultra Plugin 2.0 Bass Demo by The Bass Channel

Neural Darkglass Ultra Plugin 2.0 Bass Demo

The Bass Channel

The Bass Channel

Video thumbnail for Darkglass Ultra Plugins demo by Ermin Hamidovic by Neural DSP

Darkglass Ultra Plugins demo by Ermin Hamidovic

Neural DSP

Neural DSP

Video thumbnail for Neural DSP Darkglass Ultra Plugins 2.0 - DEMO by Victor Hugo Targino

Neural DSP Darkglass Ultra Plugins 2.0 - DEMO

Victor Hugo Targino

Victor Hugo Targino

Video thumbnail for Басовый плагин Neural DSP DarkGlass Ultra by Гитарная Лаборатория

Басовый плагин Neural DSP DarkGlass Ultra

Гитарная Лаборатория

Гитарная Лаборатория

Video thumbnail for DARKGLASS ULTRA - ДВА БАСОВЫХ ПЛАГИНА в одной упаковке / Подробный Обзор / Neural DSP by Real Bassist

DARKGLASS ULTRA - ДВА БАСОВЫХ ПЛАГИНА в одной упаковке / Подробный Обзор / Neural DSP

Real Bassist

Real Bassist

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Neural DSP Darkglass Ultra.

Features and functionality

  • The cab sim is often left off by default as bass players frequently use the DI sound for a cleaner tone.

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  • Darkglass Ultra is noted for its capability to produce a wide range of tones, from clean to heavily distorted, making it versatile for various musical styles.

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  • The Darkglass Ultra plugin is essentially an emulation of the B3K model but includes an EQ section for expanded tonal shaping.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Users recommend experimenting with the drive knobs for an aggressive sound, combined with a second channel for a clean tone.

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Comparisons

  • Owners of both Darkglass Ultra and Parallax often prefer the simpler, more straightforward tone of Bogren Digital's Bass Knob plugin.

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  • Darkglass Ultra is often preferred over Parallax for its perceived wider tonal range, while Parallax is seen as more straightforward but potentially limited in versatility.

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Software and compatibility

  • The cab emulation feature was added in a later update, which defaults to off to avoid disrupting legacy user setups.

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  • Some users experience stereo setup issues with Darkglass Ultra, requiring specific input channel selections to resolve sound output problems.

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  • Some users experience missing microphone visuals in Logic Pro, though all functionality remains intact, indicating a potential software glitch.

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Use cases and applications

  • Darkglass Ultra is favored for its ability to produce transparent and clear tones, suitable for bass players seeking clarity in their sound.

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  • Parallax is highly appreciated for its convenience in DAW setups, especially for users who prefer a ready-to-use option for rehearsals without needing to start a computer.

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User experience

  • Owners appreciate the Darkglass plugin's interface simplicity and its negligible difference in sound quality compared to real pedals, as demonstrated in comparison videos.

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Critic Reviews

Review: Neural DSP Darkglass Ultra Plug-In

mixonline.com

Neural DSP's Darkglass Ultra plug-in is a versatile emulation of two iconic bass pedals, offering aggressive tones that can transform not just bass but also guitars and drums. Users will appreciate the intuitive layout and features like drag-and-drop presets, EQ independence, and a quality switch for CPU efficiency. However, the default distortion setting may annoy some users who prefer a cleaner start. Despite this minor quibble, the plug-in excels in delivering rich soundscapes and tonal flexibility, making it a worthy addition for any producer looking to enhance their mix.

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perfectcandor

Favorite Bass Plugin

I love this for metal bass as the distortion is very modern bass pedal-like with the darkglass sound. The switching to vintage and clean sounds is legit, this covers it all. Currently just using for bass cab sims after a darkglass sim in my modeler and it is great for Irs while recording too, especially when blending with non-cab's sounds for things like harsh black metal.

lpezfranco19

Really nice plugin, very flexible

Good for all type of styles. You can go for a more classic/old school sound, to a modern and distorted bass sound without loosing definition. I have been using it with a real bass to a virtual midi bass instrument (submission audio and odeholm audio midi bass instruments in kontakt)

Artist usage

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See how Rabea Massaad uses Neural DSP Darkglass Ultra

Rabea Massaad

Guitarist

Vower

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Rabea used to use this plugin for recording bass in his personal studio before switching to a physical Darkglass amp, then to the Neural Parallax plugin. He mentions it at 1:31 of the physical rig rundown.

See how Dave Hollingworth uses Neural DSP Darkglass Ultra

Dave Hollingworth

Guitarist, Bassist

Dorje

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In his YouTube video, Dave Hollingworth demonstrates the Neural DSP Darkglass Ultra plugin, showcasing its features and updates.

See how Andrew Baena uses Neural DSP Darkglass Ultra

Andrew Baena

Guitarist, Music Producer

Carcosa

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According to Neural DSP Technologies, Andrew Baena uses the Neural DSP Darkglass Ultra plugin.

See how Lee McKinney uses Neural DSP Darkglass Ultra

Lee McKinney

Guitarist

Born of Osiris

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According to the Neural DSP website, Lee McKinney uses the Darkglass Ultra plugin.

See how Christian Martucci uses Neural DSP Darkglass Ultra

Christian Martucci

Guitarist

Stone Sour

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According to the Neural DSP Technologies website, Christian Martucci uses the Neural DSP Darkglass Ultra plugin.

See how Rufus Mann uses Neural DSP Darkglass Ultra

Rufus Mann

Bassist

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In this video at 3:07 he mentions using the Darkglass Ultra plugin when recording

See how Nick Rossi uses Neural DSP Darkglass Ultra

Nick Rossi

Guitarist, Bassist

Born of Osiris

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Nick uses a darkglass ultra plugin

See how Trey Xavier uses Neural DSP Darkglass Ultra

Trey Xavier

Guitarist

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In this video trey shoots out plugins vs the real pedal. He shoots out the Dark glass b7k pedal against the Darkglass ultra plugin. trey is trying to see how the plugin compares to the actual physical pedal.

See how James Dorsett uses Neural DSP Darkglass Ultra

James Dorsett

Bassist

Meliorism

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This instagram story shows which gear was used on Meliorism's latest single 'Reticent'

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